Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is celebrating its 50th year of trading in 2024 and is marking the anniversary with a calendar of events to honour the brand and its heritage. The 50th anniversary year kicked off in February at the annual Mitsubishi Motors in the UK Aftersales Conference. The event brought together all 110 Mitsubishi aftersales dealers across the UK, with special recognition going to … [Read more...]
Gone but not forgotten classics we still hanker for
Cars are discontinued as they become less profitable, powerful and able to compete within the market. It has already been announced that models such as the Audi R8, Mercedes-Benz C Class and Jeep Cherokee will be discontinued in 2024 and ATS Euromaster has used on-line search data over the last 12 months to determine which discontinued cars are missed the most: 1. Lamborghini Aventador – … [Read more...]
The legal and smart way to cut your motoring costs
There's a legal and smart way to cut your motoring costs at a keystroke and it's not an April Fool joke. Motoring experts at Scrap Car Comparison found the number of cars with a SORN in 2023 was up almost 5% on the same figures for 2022, with more than two million cars put under the notification between January and September last year. But could more drivers be taking advantage of SORNs to … [Read more...]
Shocking depreciation of EVs worries trade
The steep depreciation on some EV models has made dealers wary of buying them for stock, according to new research by HonkHonk.co.uk. HonkHonk is the trading platform that brings motorists together with dealers who want to buy their cars and is now warning EV drivers to expect little enthusiasm when they offer theirs for sale. More than one in three used car dealers report that they are 'much … [Read more...]
Used car buyers skip vital checks
A recent study has revealed that many used car buyers skip vital checks before making a purchase. In fact, one in ten Brits admitted that they make no checks at all when buying a used car, leaving them unaware of any potential vehicle issues. The survey, conducted by online car-changing marketplace Carwow, uncovered just how common it is for used car buyers to skip essential checks. Despite … [Read more...]
Young drivers hit by automatically bigger premiums
The cost of car insurance for young drivers has jumped by £644 on average in the past year, according to new Young Drivers research from Compare the Market. Car insurance premiums for motorists aged under 25 have reached £2,009 in January 2024, compared to £1,365 in the same month last year. Car insurance now represents 66% of the total car running costs for young drivers. Young drivers are … [Read more...]
Try these for an appy life
Whether it’s avoiding cratered Tarmac, trying to find a space to park, or worrying about escalating fuel prices, life can present certain challenges. But modern apps can often come to the rescue of motorists who might be feeling the strain. And here Graham Conway, Managing Director at Select Car Leasing, revealsed five of the best tech must-haves for anyone who demands a hassle-free drive: 1. … [Read more...]
Driving up depreciation mile by mile
A new study by on-line marketplace Carwow has found how mileage severely impacts the value of used cars. The study reveals car valuations can drop by a staggering 27% once they tip over the 60,000-mile mark. As a result, owners looking to sell are now being advised to do so before their vehicle hits this 60k mileage milestone, typically when a new car's warranty expires and the first MoT is … [Read more...]
British drivers love e-bay!
As one of the UK’s biggest online automotive marketplaces, eBay has revealed the most expensive parts and accessories of 2023, with performance engines, carbon fibre monocoques for high-end performance cars and exclusive number plates dominating the top 10. First and second places on the rundown of biggest buys for 2023 belonged to the performance car sector. Coming in first place was a BMW M5 … [Read more...]
The answers at your finger-tips
It's coming up to the new number plate change and thousands of second hand models will be flooding the market, so specialist insurance broker ChoiceQuate has been looking at what buyers research most on-line, and the results may surprise you. Specialist insurance broker ChoiceQuote, has analysed search data to uncover the most asked questions on Google related to buying cars and car … [Read more...]